With May nearly over, your family may be prepping for a summer vacation. That’d make perfect sense – a fun-in-the-sun getaway would let you and your kids unwind and de-stress! Still, you’ll only get the most out of this trip if all your smiles stay healthy and strong. It’s a good thing your Harker Heights dentist knows how to keep them that way. So, enjoy your outing more by using these four oral health tips for summer vacation.
See Your Dentist Before Your Trip
Even if your family wants its vacation now, have your group get dental checkups before the trip. These visits with your dentist will make your summer fun even sweeter.
To be clear, dental checkups are the top form of oral preventive care. They let your dentist detect (and treat) your smile’s issues before an emergency can occur. So, having your family get them before a vacation makes oral problems abroad less likely. You could then avoid expensive and stressful care away from home.
Pack the Dental Essentials
If you’re going on a summer vacation, you’ll likely remember to pack swimsuits, towels, and sandals. However, don’t forget to bring essential oral care tools as well. Such items will keep your mouth clean and bright during your trip.
Of course, these “dental essentials” are your typical oral hygiene products. They include a soft-bristled toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, and mouthwash. You won’t want to overlook them, as they may be unavailable or pricey at your trip destination.
Stick to Your Oral Hygiene Routine
While summer can be busy and fun-filled, stick to your oral hygiene routine. Giving it up during your vacation will dirty your mouth and cause problems.
To be specific, try to follow the core oral hygiene rules. First, brush your teeth twice daily for two minutes per session. Next, you should floss between each tooth once daily to ensure a thorough cleaning.
Watch What & How You Eat
It’s perfectly fine to try new foods on your summer vacation. That said, do be cautious of what and how you eat. Going overboard on certain items won’t do your smile good.
For example, note the amount of sugar you’re having. You can keep overly sweet drinks from hurting your teeth by switching to water or using a straw. Similarly, following up a dessert with water is a good idea – doing so washes away the sugar. There’s also the option of packing healthy snacks in advance to save money and your teeth.
With the right oral health tips for summer vacation, your trip should be a blast. Just make sure to ask your dental provider any questions you have about them.
About the Practice
Market Heights Family Dental is based in Harker Heights, TX. Led by Drs. Tochterman and Pundt, our practice aims to give each patient a truly superior smile. We thus perform preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatments, as well as emergency dental care as needed. Our office is also a proud and certified provider of Invisalign clear aligners that straighten teeth. For more details or to book a visit, you can reach us on our website or by phone at (254)-699-3565.